Donald P Timony Grammar vs John K Tarbox
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Massachusetts, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Donald P Timony Grammar
Methuen · Public elementary · Grades K–8
1,172 students
John K Tarbox
Lawrence · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
281 students
| Measure | Donald P Timony Grammar Methuen, Massachusetts | John K Tarbox Lawrence, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #845 of 1,009 | #842 of 1,009 |
| National rank | #33961 of 50,301 | #33846 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 1–5 |
| Students | 1,172 | 281 |
| Enrollment | 1,172 | 281 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 37% |
| city | Methuen | Lawrence |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (37.0 vs 37.2).
- •Donald P Timony Grammar does better on math proficiency (38% vs 37%).
- •Donald P Timony Grammar does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 32%).
- •John K Tarbox does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 13.2).
- •Donald P Timony Grammar is the larger school with 1,172 students compared with 281.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Donald P Timony Grammar better than John K Tarbox?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Donald P Timony Grammar and John K Tarbox?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Methuen and Lawrence in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Donald P Timony Grammar: 1,172. John K Tarbox: 281. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Donald P Timony Grammar and John K Tarbox rank in Massachusetts?
Donald P Timony Grammar is 845th of 1,009 and John K Tarbox is 842nd of 1,009 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).